Ogden: The Underwriters Of Salvation (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425473389)

""Ogden: The Underwriters of Salvation"" by Bernard De Voto is a historical account of the founding and development of the town of Ogden, Utah. The book explores the role of the Mormon Church and its leaders in the settlement of the area, as well as the impact of the railroad and mining industries on the town's growth. De Voto also delves into the social and cultural dynamics of Ogden, including the city's diverse population and its notorious red-light district. Through extensive research and vivid storytelling, ""Ogden: The Underwriters of Salvation"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of this unique western town.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Taming of the Frontier, by Bernard De Voto. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766194485.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Bernard De Voto
ISBN-10: 1425473385
ISBN-13: 9781425473389
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d